Savory Slow-Cooked Chuck Roast Barbecue
This Savory Slow-Cooked Chuck Roast Barbecue is the perfect dish for gatherings and parties, bringing both flavor and ease to your table. The chuck roast, when slow-cooked, becomes incredibly tender and easily shreds for a delightful barbecue experience. The combination of rich tomato soup, zesty ketchup, and a blend of spices creates a sauce that envelops the meat in savory goodness. Simply prepare it the night before in a crock pot or oven, and let it cook while you enjoy your time with guests. This dish pairs wonderfully with buns for sandwiches or served alongside classic sides, making it a versatile and crowd-pleasing addition to any meal.
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Servings
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Calories
10
Ingredients
Ingredients
Chuck Roast
3-4 lbs (Trim excess fat)
Onion
1 large (Chopped)
Celery
1 cup (Chopped)
Tomato Soup
1 (10.5 ounce) can (None)
Ketchup
1 cup (None)
Vinegar
2 tablespoons (None)
Brown Sugar
2 tablespoons (None)
Worcestershire Sauce
2 tablespoons (None)
Dry Mustard
1 teaspoon (None)
Salt
1.5-2 teaspoons (None)
Instructions
1
Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and brown the chuck roast on all sides for about 4-5 minutes per side to enhance the flavor.
2
In a mixing bowl, combine the tomato soup, ketchup, vinegar, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, dry mustard, and salt to create a rich barbecue sauce.
3
Place the browned chuck roast into the crock pot. Add the chopped onion and celery on top of the meat.
4
Pour the prepared barbecue sauce over the meat and vegetables, ensuring everything is well-coated.
5
Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or until the meat can be easily shredded with a fork.
6
If using an oven, preheat to 250°F (120°C) and place the covered roast in a roasting pan, cooking for 6-8 hours.
7
Once cooked, remove the meat from the crock pot or oven, shred it with two forks, and mix the shredded meat back into the sauce before serving.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Savory Slow-Cooked Chuck Roast Barbecue?
It is a tender, shredded beef dish cooked in a savory barbecue sauce made from tomato soup, ketchup, and spices, ideal for gatherings and parties.
What cut of beef is used in this recipe?
The recipe calls for 3-4 lbs of Chuck Roast with the excess fat trimmed.
Why should I brown the chuck roast before slow cooking?
Browning the meat in a skillet for 4-5 minutes per side enhances the flavor of the final dish.
What are the ingredients for the barbecue sauce?
The sauce is a mixture of tomato soup, ketchup, vinegar, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, dry mustard, and salt.
How much tomato soup is required?
You will need one 10.5 ounce can of tomato soup.
How much ketchup is used in the sauce?
The recipe requires 1 cup of ketchup.
How much vinegar should I add?
The recipe calls for 2 tablespoons of vinegar.
Is there sugar in the barbecue sauce?
Yes, the recipe uses 2 tablespoons of brown sugar.
How much Worcestershire sauce is needed?
The sauce includes 2 tablespoons of Worcestershire sauce.
What spices are used for seasoning?
The seasoning includes 1 teaspoon of dry mustard and 1.5-2 teaspoons of salt.
What vegetables are added to the roast?
One large chopped onion and one cup of chopped celery are added to the meat.
How long does the meat cook in a crock pot?
It should be cooked on low for 8-10 hours or until it can be easily shredded.
Can I cook this recipe in the oven?
Yes, you can cook it in a covered roasting pan at 250°F (120°C) for 6-8 hours.
How do I shred the chuck roast?
Once cooked, remove the meat from the heat and use two forks to shred it.
What should I do with the meat after shredding?
Mix the shredded meat back into the sauce before serving to ensure it is well-coated.
How is this dish typically served?
It pairs wonderfully with buns for sandwiches or can be served alongside classic sides.
Can I prepare this recipe the night before?
Yes, you can prepare it the night before and let it cook while you attend to other tasks or guests.
Is this recipe suitable for a large group?
Yes, it is described as a versatile and crowd-pleasing dish perfect for gatherings.
What is the preparation for the onion?
The onion should be one large size and chopped before being added to the pot.
How much celery is used?
The recipe calls for 1 cup of chopped celery.
What is the suggested heat for browning the meat?
Heat a skillet over medium-high heat to brown the chuck roast.
How do I ensure the meat is well-coated?
Pour the prepared barbecue sauce over the meat and vegetables once they are in the crock pot.
What type of meal is this considered?
It is considered a savory comfort food and a party recipe.
Is this recipe easy to make?
Yes, it is tagged as an easy recipe that brings ease to your table.
How much salt should I use?
The recipe suggests 1.5 to 2 teaspoons of salt.
Does the meat become tender?
Yes, slow-cooking the chuck roast makes it incredibly tender.
What equipment is needed?
You will need a skillet for browning, a mixing bowl for the sauce, and a crock pot or roasting pan for cooking.
What is the primary flavor profile?
The flavor is savory with a combination of rich tomato, zesty ketchup, and a blend of spices.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 10 main ingredients in this recipe.
What tags are associated with this dish?
Tags include chuck roast, barbecue, slow cooked, crock pot, party recipe, comfort food, and beef.